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Lindor comes through as pinch hitter in 9th on broken toe, hits 2-run double as Mets beat Rockies
Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Francisco Lindor had a soothing remedy for his broken right pinky toe — a go-ahead hit. Questionable before Friday's game, the Mets shortstop entered as a pinch hitter in the ninth inning and delivered a two-run double to send New York to a 4-2 win over the Colorado Rockies. Lindor sent a cutter from reliever Zach Agnos (0-2) into right field to score Juan Soto and a sliding Pete Alonso. It was Lindor's first go-ahead, pinch-hit RBI of his career, according to the postgame notes. 'Once it comes to those moments, I'm just there to make something happen,' Lindor explained. 'Just get a good pitch, and whatever happens, happens. Don't let the moment get too big.' He tuned out any pain from his toe once he stepped into the batter's box. 'Something is not 100% for sure. But I'm not the only one,' Lindor said. 'I would say most of the guys are not 100%. So there's no excuses." Lindor said manager Carlos Mendoza asked him around the fourth or fifth inning if he might be available to hit. His response was simple. 'I said, 'Yeah,'' Lindor recounted. Lindor's availability — pain and all — comes as no surprise to Alonso. 'That's really special, having a teammate willing to put his body on the line every single day like that,' said Alonso, who had a big game with his bat (a two-run double), his arm (he threw out a runner at home in the fifth) and his sliding ability (he avoided a tag at home on Lindor's double). 'That's a true pro, in my opinion, and he embodies that.' Lindor's pinky toe was broken by a pitch from Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin in the first inning on Wednesday. He sat out Thursday and recovered enough to pinch-hit Friday. He may even be in the lineup on Saturday. 'I would like to start,' Lindor said. 'It's going to be up to the trainers and (Mendoza) and we are going to make a decision together. ... Hopefully tomorrow I'll wake up in a good spot.' Lindor is hitting .282 with 14 homers and 38 RBIs this season. He finished runner-up to Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani in the NL MVP race last season. Ronny Mauricio filled in for Lindor at shortstop against the Rockies on Friday. He had a double in the eighth, his first hit since being called up Tuesday. Manaea makes rehab start In Wilmington, Delaware, Mets lefty Sean Manaea made a rehab start for High-A Brooklyn against the Blue Rocks. He threw 36 pitches — 26 strikes — over 1 2/3 innings, allowing four hits and three earned runs. Manaea, who has been sidelined all season by an oblique injury, struck out two and didn't walk a batter. The 33-year-old Manaea re-signed as a free agent with the Mets for $75 million over three years. He went 12-6 with a 3.47 ERA in 32 starts last season. ___ AP MLB: recommended
Yahoo
03-05-2025
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Mets Star Makes Major Announcement After Unfortunate Injury News
The New York Mets secured a 9-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, improving their overall record to 22-11. Holding a 3.5 game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies atop the National League East, the Mets have gotten off to a strong start despite injuries to key players. New York's starting rotation has been hit hard by injuries, starting with ace left-hander Sean Manaea. Rewarded with a three-year, $75 million contract this offseason, Manaea was looking to build on his strong 2024 campaign that saw him go 12-6 with a 3.47 ERA in 181.2 innings pitched. Advertisement Unfortunately for Manaea, a right oblique strain landed him on the 15-day injury list before the 2025 season began. New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59)© Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Earlier this week, the Mets announced that Manaea had been transferred to the 60-day injured list. This indicated his return was not on the immediate horizon, forcing New York to continue getting by without its star pitcher. Shortly after this news, Manaea made a major personal announcement that he and his wife are expecting a baby. "A new chapter of our story," the couple captioned their Instagram post. This announcement comes shortly after Mets star Pete Alonso and his wife announced they were expecting a baby boy. Earlier this season, Francisco Lindor and his wife welcomed another child. Advertisement If Manaea can return to his 2024 form at some point this season, the Mets will have one of MLB's most feared rotations. Despite his absence, the team boasts a league-leading 2.69 ERA entering Saturday's slate of games. Related: Mets React to Major Pete Alonso Announcement Before Cardinals Game Related: Mets Make Unfortunate Announcement After 20th Win
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29-04-2025
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Mets Fans Upset After Team's Major Announcement on Tuesday
The New York Mets own baseball's best record at 20-9, but that doesn't mean all is well in Queens. For one, Juan Soto has struggled, as he's slashing .257/.378/.410 with three homers and 12 RBI thus far. Those are fine numbers for a role player, but not for a superstar with the biggest contract in sports history. The Mets, of course, signed Soto to a 15-year, $765 million deal in the winter after he led the New York Yankees to the 2024 World Series. Advertisement Now, the club has to deal with a pitching injury as well, via its social media. New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59)© Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images New York put left-hander Sean Manaea (oblique) now on the 60-day IL and replaced him with right-hander Kevin Herget, who it recalled from Triple-A on Tuesday. The Mets also designated fellow right-hander José Ureña for assignment and signed southpaw Brooks Ralley (elbow) to a one-year deal before immediately placing him on the 15-day IL. Manaea, who has yet to pitch this season, went 12-6 with a 3.47 ERA across 32 appearances in his first season as a Met last year. Fans aren't happy that he'll miss more time. "I don't want to read anything about Sean Manaea other than he's starting a rehab assignment. Thanks," one person said. Advertisement "WHAT HAPPENED TO SEAN??" another one said. "Damn what's going on with Sean seriously," another one said. "Manaea out for the season I guarantee it," another one said. Manaea's 60-day IL stint is retroactive to March, as he was previously on the 15-day IL. Related: Mets' Carlos Mendoza Sends Jeff McNeil Message After 19-5 Win Related: Mets Make MLB History After 20th Win
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29-04-2025
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Mets Make Unfortunate Announcement After 20th Win
The New York Mets have been MLB's best team to start the 2025 season. An impressive 20-9 through their first 29 games, including a remarkable 12-1 at home, New York has built on its momentum from last season. Making the NLCS last year, the Mets fell to the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in six games. One of the biggest keys to New York's success last season was its pitching staff. Ranking seventh in the National League with a 3.96 team ERA in 2024, the Mets were led by left-handed starting pitcher Sean Manaea. Advertisement Going 12-6 last season with a 3.47 ERA, Manaea earned himself a three-year, $75 million deal with New York this offseason (via New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59)© Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Manaea has yet to appear in a game this season, as an oblique injury shut him down in Spring Training. Initially landing on the 15-day injured list, Manaea's status is now trending in the wrong direction. In an official announcement on Tuesday, the Mets revealed their star left-hander had been transferred to the 60-day IL. Despite the injury issues New York has dealt with this season, particularly to its pitching staff, the Mets still lead baseball with a 2.62 team ERA. Should they eventually get healthy, this is a team that looks poised for a deep playoff run. Advertisement In his career, Manaea owns a 4.00 ERA in 228 games (198 starts). The 33-year-old began his career with the Oakland Athletics before brief stints with the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants. Related: Mets Announce Move After Nationals Game Related: Calls Mount for Umpire's Firing After Mets' Loss to Nationals
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29-04-2025
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Mets Make Decision on $75 Million Star Pitcher
This past offseason, left-handed starting pitcher Sean Manaea signed a three-year, $75 million contract to return to the New York Mets. This came after a dominant 2024 season in which he threw 181.2 innings and had a 3.47 ERA. He also accumulated 3.0 bWAR and had a 12-6 record. Manaea played an integral part in the Mets making it to the NLCS last season, and as a result, he was a priority for New York in free agency. But unfortunately, Manaea would be shut down during Spring Training after a right oblique strain and has yet to pitch a game in Queens this season. New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59)© Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images As Manaea continues to progress, the Mets have made a cautionary decision on his ramp-up process to ensure his long-term health. Advertisement According to MLB's Anthony DiComo, 'Sean Manaea received an MRI today that showed improvement, and he resumed playing catch off flat ground. He will not, however, progress beyond that over the next 10 days. The Mets want to make extra sure he's fine before pushing him.' The Mets are not going to rush Manaea back to the mound, as they want to make sure he is fully healthy for their playoff push later in the season. Despite his absence, New York has rallied to produce the best pitching staff in MLB this season. In 15 games entering Monday, they led the majors in ERA while allowing the fewest home runs. They have powered the Mets to an early 11-5 record which sits atop the National League East division. Advertisement Related: Pete Alonso Sends Clear Message Amid Red-Hot Start for Mets Related: Mets Facing Major Decision After Injury News
